# National Community Health Worker Awareness Week

This bill designates the week of September 18-22, 2023, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week." That means Congress is officially recognizing and celebrating the work that community health workers do across the country during that specific week.

Community health workers are people who live in and serve their local communities, helping connect residents to healthcare services and health information. They often work in underserved neighborhoods, immigrant communities, and rural areas where people might have trouble accessing regular medical care. These workers do things like help people understand how to use health insurance, teach classes about disease prevention, accompany patients to doctor's appointments, and bridge the gap between their communities and the healthcare system.

This bill doesn't create any new programs, provide funding, or change any laws. It's purely symbolic—it's Congress saying "we recognize the important role these workers play in keeping communities healthy." The idea is to raise awareness about community health workers and the valuable services they provide, especially in areas where healthcare access is limited. It's similar to how Congress designates weeks for other professions or causes to bring public attention to them. For most people, this won't have a direct impact on their daily lives, but it does acknowledge an often-overlooked group of healthcare professionals who work on the front lines of community health.

Supporting the designation of the week of September 18 through September 22, 2023, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week".

Ruiz, Raul

<p>This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Community Health Worker Awareness Week.</p>